It often seems like the animal-rights movement these days is a lot more civilized and sophisticated than its predecessors. Instead of throwing red pain on models wearing fur, we now see cleverly worded ballot initiatives, undercover farm videos documenting alleged abuse, and campaigns heralding the … [Read more...]
Video: A Few Things
Here's a few things you should know about modern agriculture. … [Read more...]
Senate Introduces Bill to Stop California’s Prop 12
The closer we get to California implementing prop 12, the more people seem to be ringing the alarm bells. Those warnings finally reached Washington, DC. Senators Joni Ernst and Chuck Grassley introduced legislation to limit prop 12's application outside of California. But will it work? Let's … [Read more...]
Grain Marketing 101: The Biggest Mistake Farmers Make
Grain marketing literally determines whether a farm is profitable or not. But how much time do farmers actually spend developing a marketing strategy? Britany from Farm Girl Next Door shares the two biggest mistakes farmers make, and how they can fix them. Britany does an excellent job providing … [Read more...]
Grain Marketing 101: How are commodity prices set?
How are commodity prices set? Farmers don't have a lot of control when it comes to the price they can sell their cash crops (think corn and soybeans). Often, they're at the market's mercy. Britany from Farm Girl Next Door spoke with me about how the market dictates prices and what farmers can do to … [Read more...]
Finally: Golden Rice Approved in Philippines
After 20 years, the Philippines is now the first country to approve Golden Rice for commercial production! The country recently gave Golden Rice the green light for cultivation. The conclusion: Golden Rice is just as safe as any other rice. It's been a rocky road for a crop that should've been a … [Read more...]
Grain Marketing 101: How much control do farmers have over their crop’s sale price?
Farmers don't always have a lot of choice when to sell their crops, or what price to sell at. In fact, it's largely out of their hands. But as Britany from Farm Girl Next Door explains, there are some things they can do to increase flexibility and get a better price. Britany does an excellent job … [Read more...]
Grain Marketing 101: What is Grain Marketing?
Grain marketing is a complicated subject that can quickly feel overwhelming. But for farmers growing certain commodities, it's crucial to understand it; this is how farmers get paid! In this video I speak with Britany from Farm Girl Next door about what exactly grain marketing is, and how it differs … [Read more...]
Your Birthday is a Gift
It's my birthday. My 35th trip around the sun. Halfway through my third decade. I used to hate birthdays. I bawled and bawled on the eve of my tenth birthday. Why? Because I would "never be single digits again." 🤷♀️ When I turned 24, I thought the best parts of my life were over. (They … [Read more...]
FarmTogether: Changing Investing Through Accessibility & Opportunity
[Please enjoy this informative and insightful sponsored post by FarmTogether.] There’s never been a broader array of investment opportunities available to your average investor than there is today. The era of stocks, bonds, and mutual funds predominating in a portfolio are long gone: now, … [Read more...]
